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Centurion (Roman Legion 8)

Author: Simon Scarrow
Publisher: Headline
Category: Book

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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

12 reviews
Sales Rank: 2196

Media: Hardcover
Pages: 352
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.3 x 1.4

ISBN: 0755327764
EAN: 9780755327768
ASIN: 0755327764

Publication Date: March 6, 2008
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Condition: Brand new book, in stock and dispatched from the UK. Freepost returns.

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Good, as per usual March 9, 2008
2 out of 5 found this review helpful

Does what it says on the tin, good story, solid plot, well researched, fast paced. Still nothing particularly brilliant (He's no Cornwell) but a more than entertaining read.

Liking the choice of a new title ^_^

5 out of 5 stars

Putting the series back on track March 6, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful

After one so-so entry in the adventures of Roman soldiers Macro & Cato, Eagle in the Sand, Simon Scarrow puts the series right back on track with this latest book.

One of my niggles with Eagle in the Sand was that it failed to develop either Cato or Macro as characters. Part of the appeal of the series has been to watch Cato become a talented and experienced soldier under Macro's tutelage and in turn watch the rough edges be knocked off the older man by his younger friend's influence. Eagle in the Sand lacked that element of the previous books and was a weaker effort for it. Centurion on the other hand, has it in spades and by combining it with a truly entertaining and exciting storyline is one of the most successful entries in the series to date.

It also succeeds in laying the groundwork for future developments that could prove very interesting and help keep the series feeling fresh. With Centurion there is there very real sense that Cato, until now Macro's subordinate and pupil, is beginning to overtake the older man. There are also hints that the younger Centurion has it in him to rise far beyond his comparatively humble beginnings. If that is so and Scarrow does allow Cato to outstrip Macro then it will fundamentally change the dynamic between the two. The prospect of that happening in future books is an enticing one and will help maintain this reader's interest in the series.

5 out of 5 stars

New Title, same excelletn books March 6, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful

First thing you will notice is the new title, this in no way makes the book any different.
Another excellent adventure to get your teeth into as Macro and Cato take on the Parthian horde, corrupt officials and bickering princes, all with out breaking a sweat....well maybe a little, wisecracks and cracked heads take you on the ride of your life!

I sailed through the book and loved every page, just willing me to turn over no matter the time of night..
If your new to the series, you will love it....honest! I've had several converts in my family since i began reading Simon's books. if you've read the rest, you can expect nothing short of one of the best Eagles so far.

5 out of 5 stars

Centurion Parmenion March 5, 2008
7 out of 10 found this review helpful

This book is one of the reading highlights of my year, there are very few authors with this level of skill in story telling and action. Simon is one of the best. This is a must buy, you dont need to love history or historical fiction as this is as much a story of Comrades, friendship, action , good guys and bad. DONT MISS THIS!! I promise you will love it.

5 out of 5 stars

Typical Scarrow March 5, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful

This is the 8th book in one of the most enthralling series of books writen to date. Another Scarrow classic, on par, if not better, than all of the books before it. Simon Scarrow is a brilliant author and continues the tradition of writing books with gripping detail, emotional scenes and bloody battles.

Highly recommened to anyone who has read the ones before, but also to those new to the series. Buy now!